2009 Chevrolet Traverse Engine Problems
- 44
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 44 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- timing chain · 20 records
- check engine · 9 records
- engine light · 9 records
- light came · 8 records
- independent mechanic · 6 records
- failure mileage · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Having problems with my traverse had it about a year and since i have it replaced the starter. Coolant somehow went into motor oil every time i start the vehicle a big huge white cloud appeared from the muffler.
ODI 11281567
Air Bags · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While driving 35 mph, the check engine and service air bag warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the timing chain and crankshaft failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the failure recurred multiple times. O'reilly chevrolet (6160 e broadway blvd, tucson, az 85711, [redacted]) was…
ODI 11281841
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact applied pressure to the accelerator pedal, the engine seized, and the vehicle completely shut off. The contact was able to safely pull over and noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where they diagnosed that metal shavings were found in the oil compartment.…
ODI 11241149
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Purchased from honda of slidell, louisiana around 1 1/2 year ago. Has had engine problems, electrical and ac problems since purchased. The engine has to be replaced. The car is crap! Ac system has to be replaced.
ODI 11219721
Engine
I was driving and my car quit running. Took it to the shop and it was the timing chain broke. I haven't had this car a year yet and this happens. It's not right it should be a recall on these engines. From several mechanics i have talked to said they are known to have these problems. They need to be taken off the market.
ODI 11217537
Engine · Fuel Pump · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While the contact's brother was driving 35 mph, all the warning indicators illuminated. The driver informed the contact that there was a burning wire odor under the hood, which entered the vehicle throught the vents. The vehicle stalled on an incline, but the driver was able to place the gear shifter into neutral. The vehicle rolled backwards and the driver was able to…
ODI 11219806
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Loss of power while driving.. Traction control off warning indicator. Very dangerous when this happens at highway speeds and all of a sudden you go from 70 mph to 30 mph and almost get rear ended by other vehicles. See this for exactly what happens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbvaoiixnxy
ODI 11209025
Electrical System · Engine
Takara recall- my vehicle is leaking oil to the engine which is causing it to go through my exhaust..i have kept my vehicle with maintenance updated..i tried reaching out to chevy mcgarth - no response..so i looked this up because the mechanic stated that the issues going on with my car should have had an warranty on it..because this is my fault
ODI 11187091
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that the engine failed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in a three year unlimited warranty through the engine manufacturer. The manufacturer of the engine was contacted multiple times and stated that the owner was not available and they could not repair the vehicle. The dealer and…
ODI 11173337
Engine · Unknown Or Other
I was driving on a highway at speed of60miles the car just stopped running in the middle of the highway would not start had to be towed home going straight on the highway no warning whatsoever i could have been killed from the car behind me
ODI 11181273
Engine · Power Train
My ltz started shuddering at about 25-30mph @ around 130,000 miles. Check engine line is on sporadically. If you push the gas harder, it picks up and moves on. This seems to be the problem with many '09 models. There needs to be a recall/fix for this issue. We use this car only for family trips or big grocery trips. I'd hate to get rid of it. Paying $45,000 for a vehicle means it should last for a very long time!
ODI 11234817
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
My 09' traverse started to shudder intermittently on acceleration and then the service engine light (sel) came on. I had the car diagnosed and the code was a p0302 (misfire cyl). I had the car serviced and repaired by an ase certified mechanic. All coils and spark plugs were replaced along with fuel inj service, performance restore (oil, gaskets, etc). No discrepancies were noted with previous coils/plugs. The car…
ODI 11180828
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
I have a chevy traverser 2009 105k miles on it, it have all king of problems, 3 years and don't pass emission test, i have spend around $2500 on it since i bought this vehichcle, unfortunate on 3 times i have bring the veicle to the dealer and ignition coils changed on first visit, they told me to change the catalitic converters on 2nd visit i did, and now on my last intent the dealer service department say i have…
ODI 11139451
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While driving 35 mph, the engine seized and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact was able to park the vehicle on the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and then to an independent mechanic. The mechanic replaced the timing chain, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not…
ODI 11231489
Electrical System · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Vehicle has stalled several times with complete power loss. Fails to crank or turn on. Had starter replaced and continues to do same thing.
ODI 11104833
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. While driving at an unknown speed, the power failure indicator illuminated and the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and later towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose or repair the vehicle. The contact called mcelveen buick gmc at [redacted] (located at [redacted], summerville, sc 29483) and was informed that there…
ODI 11093194
Engine · Unknown Or Other
While driving to work my traverse completely shut down. I had to coast to the edge of the road and then push it into a parking lot. While driving the lights seemed to go dim and the vehicle shut off! . The vehicle was towed to a mechanic who said the timing chain went and when it did it basically blew the engine. A new engine cost more then what i owe on the car. After calling around i found out that mechanics do…
ODI 11102832
Engine
The timing chain has been an issue now twice on this car. I purchased the car at 51,000 miles. In january of 2015 i got the timing chain replaced. In december of 2017 as i was driving the car started to slow down while on a busy road and shut down. 2 separate mechanics are saying that it is the timing chain that has slipped a few teeth and caused damage to the engine. This is a safety hazard and the timing chain…
ODI 11065874
Engine · Power Train · Steering
Traverse stopped at a city intersection and failed to move or start after that. Timing chain broke at 158,000 causing damage to catalytic converters. Failure of power steering was an ongoing problem for months that caused wheels to lock up during turns and then suddenly release causing much over correction because of having to pull so hard on the steering wheel when it would go out.
ODI 11061452
Engine
Merging onto highway. Engine misfiring resulting in violent shaking of vehicle and loss of power in a high speed traffic situation. Very dangerous. Same problem one year ago. Both times cause was faulty ignition coil. Codes p0300.
ODI 11044841
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
Stabilitrak/traction control problems i am the owner of this vehicle that has 165,000+ miles on it. We have repaired/replaced about $6900: in 2017 evap purge valve, in 2017 upper coolant hose, 2016 water pump gasket, timing chain, 2014 catalytic converter and gaskets, 2014 water pump and front motor mount, in 2009 reverse clutch plate. Now the stability trac and traction lights both came on stating to service the…
ODI 11046928
Engine
Our check engine light came on and our vehicle started misfiring after we took it to dealer and they fixed the airbag codes so the air bag warning would go off. They said they had to change the wiring in the engine too not just between seats. We replaced all six plugs and 3 coils that the codes said were misfiring. Got it back and drove to georgia bout a 2 1/[redacted]. Before we got there it misfired check engine…
ODI 11074410
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 chevrolet traverse. The contact stated that there was an abnormal noise coming from the vehicle. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic inspected the dtc and indicated that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The contact was aware that the vehicle was included in a warranty campaign and contacted the…
ODI 11024801
Engine
This is in reference to the gm timing chain problem special warranty coverage # 11340. I brought my vehicle into the shop and they said it's over on mileage to get it fixed under the coverage. The concern that i have is what happens when this timing chain slips or breaks. The engine will lock up and could cause a crash. Gm knows about this problem with the timing sprockets being too shallow of a pitch. I called gm…
ODI 10967358
Engine · Power Train
The vehicle began sputtering when traveling from 20-25 miles per hour & when driving up an incline. Engine light came on. Onstar said there were 7 fault codes. The primary code was p0300, indicating an emissions issue. Issue started days after transmission was replaced. *tr
ODI 10937776